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Index to this thread
Post # . Topic
- Stock head unit removal
- Speaker/power connector
- Antenna connector
- Subwoofer (powered, under-seat style)
- Subwoofer jack (new style)
- CD Changer Input Jacks, Aux-input adapters
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- Real aux-input on 2007s
- 2008-up Non-Navi speaker/power connector / 2008-2011 OEM Kenwood Navi HU
- Subaru McIntosh Premium Audio System
Note: Many of the pictures are thumbnails -- click on them to see the full-sized image.
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First, how to remove your radio:
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TIP #1: Remember to eject all of your CDs before you remove your radio!
TIP #1: Remember to eject all of your CDs before you remove your radio!
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TIP #2: Many people have found that the screws holding the mounting brackets on the sides of the radio were extremely tight and stripped the heads while trying to remove them. If yours don't turn easily, make sure you use a screwdriver that is exactly the right size for the screw. Keep it forcefully pushed into the screw head until you get it unseized.
For newer models/years and those not specifically listed here:TIP #2: Many people have found that the screws holding the mounting brackets on the sides of the radio were extremely tight and stripped the heads while trying to remove them. If yours don't turn easily, make sure you use a screwdriver that is exactly the right size for the screw. Keep it forcefully pushed into the screw head until you get it unseized.
Subaru's web site has free documents for installing accessories. The ones for satellite radio receivers, subwoofers, and iPod Interfaces include the procedure to remove and re-install the stock HU. Find one that covers your model and year. Link: Subaru Technical Information System (choose Publication Type "Accessory Installation Guide")
For information about OEM head units, you can download Subaru's owner's manuals free here:
subaru.com/owners/resource-center/owners-manuals/index.htmlManuals for OEM navigation HUs are supplements (separate from) the normal manuals for the car. After you've searched for the manuals for your year and model, scroll down to see the supplements listed below those.
2012-2014 Impreza (not WRX or STi) -- new dash design (same as 2012-up Crosstrek)
2012 Impreza stereo replacement2012-up Impreza Fujitsu Ten nav HU
2012 2.0i Impreza factory Sat install
Pioneer AVH-2400BT install on my 2013 Impreza Sport Premium
2012 STI Stereo Build with OEM NAV H/U2011-2014 WRX & STi (same as 2011 Impreza, 2011-2013 Forester)
DIY: 2013 Sedan Aftermarket Headunit install2008-2010 Impreza / WRX / STi:
Pioneer AVH-X5500BHS Installed in 2011 WRX
Install Log: 2011 5DR [WRX]
Pioneer AVH-P4400BH installed in 2012 WRX
Install Parrot Asteroid Smart + UNIKA in 2011 WRX
The 1st comprehensive 2008 impreza dash & radio removal guide. Great pictures.2006-2007 Impreza / WRX / STi:
How-to install a stereo in a 2006 Impreza W/ PICS2005 Impreza / WRX / STi:
WRX center console STi Limited install
Pioneer AVIC- Z140BH install w/ backup camera/ xm on 2007 sti
How to Install and Remove stereo 2005 Impreza / WRX2002-2004 Impreza / WRX / STi:
2005 WRX WGN + iPod? (pictures)
How To: Remove Stock Radio MY05 on ScoobyMods.com
Great pictures: "A how to guide for changing the HVAC and Radio to RED!"1993-2001 Impreza (GC8):
Nice diagram showing where the clips are: "Mod: New age WRX removal & install center panel & radio panel"
Subaru subwoofer installation guide for 2002 Impreza (PDF file on SubaruParts.com. Shows how to open the dash and remove the factory radio).
"Head Unit Replacement" on ScoobyMods.com2007 Forester:
Stereo Removal Tutorial (w/ manual A/C controls) on SubaruForester.org2005 Forester:
Bobby's WRB '07 FSXT (Audio Upgrade - Part 4) (w/ auto A/C controls) on SubaruForester.org
How To: Install JVC KR-XW610 head unit in a 2005 Subaru Forester - Parts 1&2 (great pictures, including disconnecting manual A/C control rods)2003 Forester:
CD Changer installation guide (PDF file on SubaruParts.com. Shows how to open the dash and remove the factory radio).
Thread 2003+ stereo info by Peaty on ScoobyMods. Nice pictures starting in post #3.
Subaru Forester MY03 Audio Installation by "Rob" on BlogSpot.com.2010-2011 Legacy & Outback:
Subaru navigation system -- tips, tricks, lockout override2005-2009 Legacy & Outback:
Install: Navigation, back up camera and poor man's lo jack GPS tracker. [2011 Legacy]
SuperMoose's Audio Install **Picture Heavy** 2008 Legacy (& Outback)[on LegacyGT.com]2000-2004 Legacy & Outback:
Official dual HVAC Double Din (JDM) Kit thread! (install aftermarket HU in place of OEM combined HU w/ dual-zone HVAC controls in 2005-2009 "Generation IV" Legacy/Outback models)
Help: Replacing stereo on a 02 legacy wagon on LegacyGT.com2001 Outback [& Legacy]:
Adding a real stereo to your Subaru Outback1997 Legacy Outback:
Legacy Outback 97 Head Unit Installation2008 Tribeca:
2008 Tribeca D.I.Y. Parrot / Bluetooth Install GuideSVX (all years):
SVX Audio Installation Guide
OEM HU Accessories:
Sirius satellite radio tuner kit into 2011 WRX
New 2011 11" Trunk Mounted Subwoofer
Factory Kicker Subwoofer Help (great pictures of the insides, and part number for replacement harness)
Subaru underseat sub installation Pictures included (2005 Saab 9-2x Aero -- like Impreza)
2005 Legacy Sub Installed Yesterday (Pictures)...
Other useful threads:
Speed Pulse [VSS], Reverse, Parking Brake WiresDo you know of another good HU install guide? Please let me know! Either use the 'Send email to SVXdc' link (click on my username), or post a reply to the parallel 'questions/updates' thread.
Hidden menu for 2011+ "premium" head unit? (improve the nasty default EQ on several recent OEM models)
How To: Improve Stock Subaru WRX/STI Stereo Radio Clarion CZ624u1 (improve the nasty default EQ. Also applies to Forester CP625U1)
New OEM Radio Installed into MY11 WRX: Source MY11 Forester (transplant Forester CP635U1 with 4.3" screen)
2012+ OEM Fujitsu Ten Navigation HU to Non-Nav WRX transplant!
2012 WRX backup camera Fujitsu nav install details
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